USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985
Stardate 10401.06
Episode 5

Where in the Galaxy…

Enroute Arigula IV for training, the Vesuvius suddenly became engulfed by an ion storm and once clear the crew found themselves in uncharted space.  An earth-like planet was detected and the crew went to explore. What they found threw them back into time.

Dinosaurs, likened to those of ancient earth roamed and flew in the skies of the planet while an active volcano brought an abrupt end to the crew's exploration as it began spewing molten lava and hot boulders and setting the forest around the crew on fire.

Escaping the chaos the crew left the planet's surface and returned to the Vesuvius. Sensors detected another vessel as it also left the erupting surface.  It maintained a respectful distance from the shuttle and Galaxy-class ship.

Once back on the Vesuvius the crew opened communications to this vessel. An insectoid-like species filled the view screen and Valleck and his aid, Tycex  were invited for a tour of the Vesuvius.

During the tour, an unhampered child quickly turned a corner and frightened Valleck and Tycex who unfurled their wings and took a defensive posture. The tense situation was defused and the Captain and his First officer are ready to resume their tour with their guests.

The FCO discovered something new that was attached to the nacelles of the shuttle.  All nodules were beamed to the Science Lab for further analysis.  While there, one of the nodules started to open. Vallek threw accusations while Tycex guarded the emerging young.

The nodules were beamed over to Valleck's ship and Valleck and Tycex returned immediately after. Meanwhile, a science officer was able to interface the Vesuvius' computer with the alien cube…

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Host CO Kelson says:
:: In Ready Room ::

CSO Lane says:
:: On the bridge looking over the gibberish provided by the alien cube wishing she could speak gibberish ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: On the bridge at her station trying to make sense of the stars and plotting possible courses. ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Looking out at an unfamiliar blanket of stars ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The alien vessel, the Valtran is receiving information...

Valleck says:
@ :: Onboard the  Valtran going over the supervision of the eggs; he gets an idea and leaves, heading for his bridge ::

Host CO Kelson says:
*CSO* Any contact from the other ship in orbit?  Or are they intent on ignoring us for the moment.

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks over at Lorey ::   FCO: Any luck in finding out where we are?

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Sighs to herself. ::   Self: Lots of places to go...but no warp engines...She hopes engineering has it under control.

CSO Lane says:
*CO*: None so far Captain, but we still have them on sensors.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO: Nope...got lots of places to go mind you...   :: Turns and grins ::   But it would take forever to get there with just impulse engines.  Still haven't heard back from engineering yet.

Valleck says:
@:: Upon entering the bridge, he walks over to his crewman working on the analysis ::   Tersel: How is your progress going

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Any signs of a subspace distortion or any anomalies?

Valleck says:
@<Tersel> Valleck: Everything is going as planned

Host CO Kelson says:
*CSO* Keep them on sensors.  Hopefully they will be willing to help us with the data cube after they settle down.

CSO Lane says:
*CO*: Of course Captain. I will keep you informed.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Shakes head ::   CSO: None that I can see.  Don't know if we want another ion storm though…look at the damage it did to the warp engines.

Valleck says:
@Tersel: Very good…keep me informed   :: Turns to his communication officer ::   Open a channel

FCO Lorehani says:
::Taps her console. ::   *Engineering*: This is Lt Lorehani...What is the status of the warp engines?

Valleck says:
@ COM: CO: Captain, will you talk with me for a moment?

CSO Lane says:
:: Walks over to the helm ::   FCO: Try sitting on engineering to find out how long it will take to get warp back to full power.

Host EO Builder says:
*FCO*: It doesn't look good, ma'am.  We're looking at a down time of about 36 hours minimum

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  On it...just waiting for a reply...I'll...err wait.

FCO Lorehani says:
*EO*: Not good enough...want me to come down there and show you what a wrench is?

Host EO Builder says:
*FCO*: Thanks, ma'am, but I've got double the crews working on it

CSO Lane says:
:: Pats Lorey's shoulder ::   FCO: You tell 'em.

FCO Lorehani says:
*EO*: Then find some more...pull my pilots if you need too.

Host EO Builder says:
*FCO*: Aye ma'am    :: Cuts the comm but not before an audible grumbling is heard... ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Grins ::   CSO: My wish is their command.   :: Laughs ::

Host OPS Powers says:
*CO*: There's a message coming in from the alien ship.  They want to know if you will talk to them

Host CO Kelson says:
Self: Can't take it in here any longer...   :: Walks out onto bridge ::

Valleck says:
@:: patiently wanting for a reply ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Grins and heads back to science one ::

Host OPS Powers says:
:: Looks up as the CO walks onto the bridge ::   CO: Sir, they want to know if you will talk to them...

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Guess my timing is pretty good.  On screen...

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Takes seat at command as he smiles at Hope ::

Host OPS Powers says:
:: Opens a channel and turns on the screen... ::   CO: Screen on, sir

CSO Lane says:
:: Stops beside the XO's chair as the view screen pops on ::

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO: Think I should go down and light a fire under them?   :: For some reason she relishes that idea. ::

Valleck says:
@<Comm Officer> Valleck: We have visual

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The screen reveals Valleck, his antenna twitching in impatience...

Host CO Kelson says:
COM: Valleck: This is Captain Kelson.  What can we do for you?

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Looks up at the screen and thinks that Valleck's antennae are kinda sexy. ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods at the FCO ::   FCO: Let's give them a little more time shall we? Then I'll hand you the matches to light that fire myself.   :: Smiles ::

Valleck says:
@COM:CO: I want to express my apologies on the matter at hand Captain, and want to offer a show of good faith

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Turns and grins ::   CSO: You are such a party pooper Ma'am.

Host CO Kelson says:
COM: Valleck: That's very kind of you.  I am sorry we caused such a problem.  We are new to these parts.  What is your idea of good faith?

Valleck says:
@COM: CO: As you well know our hatchlings are in the middle of coming out.  I would like to invite you or your science officer to witness the event

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at Sam and whispers ::   CO: I'd like to see that Sam.

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: How could I say no then...   :: Smiles ::

Host CO Kelson says:
COM: Valleck: We accept your offer.  Thank you.  Shall we beam over or take a shuttle?

Valleck says:
@COM:CO: You shall beam over…I'll send the coordinates after transmission.  And also I ask that you don't bring any scanning devises with you…it would upset the hatching

Host CO Kelson says:
COM: Valleck: We await the coordinates and will honor your wishes.  Thank you.  Kelson out.

CSO Lane says:
:: Rubs her hands together excitedly ::   CO: This should be a great chance to document another species life cycle Sam.

Valleck says:
@:: Motions to an officer to send the coordinates ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at Lorey ::  FCO: Remember, sit on engineering ok?

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Guess you'll have to take an old writing device and something called "paper" to take notes.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO: You said I can light them on fire Ma'am...   :: Grins ::

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Lorehani, you have the bridge.

Valleck says:
@:: Looks over to Tersel ::   Tersel: Well?

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Nods and stands ::   CO: Aye Sir.

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles ::   CO: I guess so.

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: After you, Ms. Lane.   :: Motions to the turbolift ::

Valleck says:
@<Tersel> Valleck: Still good and reading everything just fine

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Have the coordinates sent to Transporter Room 1.

FCO Lorehani says:
OPS: Keep a lock on the away team.  First sign of trouble beam them back.

CSO Lane says:
:: Walks to the lift and waits for the doors to open ::

FCO Lorehani says:
CO: Aye Sir I will.  Sir, also…I recommend boot phaser’s just in case.  Nothing overt.

Valleck says:
@Tersel: Good when you get what your looking for let me know

FCO Lorehani says:
<OPS Powers> FCO: Aye Ma'am.   :: Watches as Lorey takes center chair. ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Steps into the open lift ::   CO: Captain?

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Note taken.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Follows CSO ::

FCO Lorehani says:
Self: Hmmm…comfy chair...I wonder if he will notice if I switched it with mine.

Valleck says:
@:: Goes to await there arrival and stops to touch the wall ::   Tycex: Come with me, we are having guests

CSO Lane says:
:: Stands close to Sam ::   CO: Excited Sam?

Host Tycex says:
@Valleck:  Yes, sir...

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: I am at the site of your excitement.   :: Smiles ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Taps the controls ::   *EO*:   Oh Mr. Build...status of the engines now?

Valleck says:
@:: Arrives at beaming point awaiting Tycex and his guests ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: I'll just have to follow your lead.  Maybe I won't cause any interstellar incidents this time.

Host EO Build says:
*FCO*: We're working like crazy down here, ma'am.  We're still estimating repairs to be at least 36 hours minimum

Host Tycex says:
:: Stands just behind and off to the side of Valleck ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Shifts her feet ::   CO: Just don't touch anything Captain. I don't want to have to bail you out of another embarrassment.   :: Pinches his arm ::

FCO Lorehani says:
*EO*: You know Baxter, if you can get it done in 6...I've got a case of Romulan Ale along with some blood wine hidden in my quarters. Finish it by then and I'll throw a party to end all parties.  How is that?  Either that, or you may want to know that Cmdr Lane has authorized brute force.   :: A giggle escapes ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Exits the lift for the transporter room ::

Valleck says:
@:: Turns to Tycex ::   Tycex: You will take the CSO to the hatchery

Host Tycex says:
ACTION:  The CO and CSO enter the transporter room and are beamed to the Valtran...

Host EO Builder says:
:: With amusement in his voice ::   *FCO*: We'll do our best, ma'am

CSO Lane says:
@:: Materializes on the Valtran's pad and looks around ::

Host Tycex says:
@Valleck: Yes, sir

Valleck says:
@CO/CSO: Welcome to my ship the Valtran

Host CO Kelson says:
@CSO: This ought to be very interesting...

Host Tycex says:
@:: Watches the pair materialize ::

CSO Lane says:
@CO: Indeed sir.

FCO Lorehani says:
*EO*: Uh huh...Well how about this Baxter...   :: Sultry voice ::   I'll show you...well...you know what I'm talking about...I'll give you another round of what happened the other night...

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Thank you, Valleck.  It is an honor to be here.

Host Tycex says:
<EO Builder> :: With a BIG grin on his face... ::   *FCO*: Lory...you brute!   :: Laughs lightly ::

Valleck says:
@CO: Captain then if you please   :: Motions with his claws ::

CSO Lane says:
@:: Nods to Valleck ::

Host Tycex says:
@CSO: I will show you to the hatchery.  If you will follow me...

Host CO Kelson says:
@:: Moves off of transporter and follows Valleck ::

FCO Lorehani says:
*EO*: Well then stud muffin, it's a date if you can complete repairs in 6 hours...or take your stamina pills.  Bridge out.

Valleck says:
@CO: Let them go so me and you shall talk

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: Thank you. I am most anxious to observe your hatchlings.

FCO Lorehani says:
Outload: Well if that doesn't work...there is always sitting on them.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Nods to CSO to keep alert ::

Valleck says:
@:: Walking in the opposite direction from the other two ::

Host Tycex says:
@:: Motions to the CSO ::   CSO: It is an exciting event.  The emergence is monitored and set along to the rest of the crew via cameras so all can witness    :: Walks out into the corridor ::

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: That would be acceptable.

FCO Lorehani says:
OPS:  Open a channel to the alien ship.

CSO Lane says:
@:: Follows Tycex after acknowledging the Captain's "look" ::

Host CO Kelson says:
@:: Follows Valleck ::

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: A channel is opened to the alien ship...

Valleck says:
@CO: Captain let me personally apologize for the behavior you saw earlier

FCO Lorehani says:
COM: Valleck: This is Lt Lorehani...I'm just checking with my Captain as per Federation Protocol.  He didn't report in after beaming over.  May I speak to him?

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: Tell me, do you often leave your unborn on uninhabited planets until their emergence?

Valleck says:
@<Com Officer> COM: Vesuvius: He is detained at the moment and is not to be disturbed

FCO Lorehani says:
COM: COM OFFICER: Come on man…I'm just doing my job just like you do.  Don't want to disobey orders...They throw us into a cell.  What do they do to you guys if you disobey?

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: It is completely understandable.  If it were our young, we would protect them as well.  I just hope we did not injure any of them

Host Tycex says:
@CSO: We find a suitable conditions for our young...and yes, we do leave them, but they are always monitored

Valleck says:
@CO: It would seem that you haven’t as everything is going well

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Wonderful to hear.

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: I see, so when your ship intercepted us, you knew that we had been to the planet?

Valleck says:
<Com Officer>COM: Vesuvius: Standby   :: Places hand on the wall and makes a chirping and cheeping noise ::

Host Tycex says:
@CSO: Actually we had no idea you were on the planet.  Our ship landed in order to excavate the nodules so that emergence could happen onboard

FCO Lorehani says:
COM: COM OFFICER: You are not a talkative one are you?

Valleck says:
@CO: Tell me a little about where you are from so I my understand you better
:: Hears a comm to him from the bridge ::

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: The CSO and Tycex arrive at a set of doors and enter into a viewing chamber large enough for only two individuals to stand.  They look down upon the nodules...

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: There are so many nodules here. Where are their parents?

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Wonders if she sang to him if he would be more forth coming. ::

Valleck says:
@:: Touches the wall and chirps back ::   CO: Seems your ship is trying to get hold of you

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: We are a humanoid species from a group called the Federation of Planets.  We have many other races in our federation.

Host Tycex says:
@:: Looks at the CSO confused ::    CSO: We are all their parents...

Host CO Kelson says:
@:: Smiles ::   Valleck: My FCO is very thorough.  And protective...

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: Oh look another one is starting to emerge.   :: Leans closer ::

Host Tycex says:
ACTION:  The Valtran continues to obtain information which is downloaded to their computer core....

Valleck says:
@CO: Place your hand on this spot here and speak to your FCO   :: Motions to a place on the wall ::   Your comm device will not work here

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: As the CSO leans closer to the glass, a nodule complete splits while the young inside emerge...

Valleck says:
@<Comm Officer>:: Patches a link to Valleck ::

Host CO Kelson says:
@:: Places hand where directed ::   COM: Vesuvius: Kelson to Vesuvius.  All is well.  Thanks for the call, Lt. Lorehani.

FCO Lorehani says:
COM:CO: I'm glad to hear it sir...hmmm just one moment...Powers is saying something.

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: Is that a female or male hatchling?

Valleck says:
@:: Chirps something out load ::

Valleck says:
@<Comm officer>:: Cuts comm link ::

FCO Lorehani says:
COM:CO:  Just for your information...Powers says...   :: Hopes that the CO understands. ::   We may have a bug in our systems

Host Tycex says:
@CSO: It's hard to tell at this stage as they are unable to unfurl their wings.  It will take a few hours before we will be able to discern male or female

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Lorehani?  What happened to the comm link?

FCO Lorehani says:
OPS: I want a Trace now!!!

FCO Lorehani says:
COM: CO: Captain?!

Host Tycex says:
<OPS Powers> FCO:  Aye, ma'am    :: Fingers fly over console trying to trace it ::

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Can you get my ship back?

FCO Lorehani says:
COM: CO: Bugs in the system...

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: The Captain should really be here to see this Tycex. May we call him?

Valleck says:
@CO: Not for sure hold on please   :: Places hand on wall and confers for a second ::

Host Tycex says:
ACTION:  The communication link dies between the CO and the Vesuvius

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Hears dead air. ::   OPS: Beam them back now!

Valleck says:
@CO: It would seem we are experiencing a problem with our comm

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: And why is it I cannot use my own communications device?

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Grumbles ::   Self: Where is Stricker when you need him.

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: The Valtran's hull is shielded making it impossible for the Vesuvius to beam back the CO and CSO

Host Tycex says:
@CSO: Yes...touches the wall behind him a moment.   But there can only be two individuals in here at one time

Valleck says:
@CO: It's the material that our ships hull is made out of; your frequencies can not penetrate it

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Stands up and begins to growl…mad Andorian now. ::   OPS: Get their attention...  Tactical: Ready one warning shot.

CSO Lane says:
@Tycex: I understand, but he really needs to see this Tycex.

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Interesting...

FCO Lorehani says:
<Tactical> FCO: Phaser’s ready...also I've upgraded to yellow alert.

Valleck says:
@CO: sorry for the inconvenience

Host Tycex says:
@:: Double touches the wall... ::   CSO: You may speak now

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Hearing nothing from the alien ship she looks at the cute tactical officer and nods... ::  Tactical: Fire...

CSO Lane says:
@:: Looks around for a moment ::   *CO*: Captain? Captain this is Commander Lane, come in please.

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: The warning shot does nothing to the Valtran...

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: It sounded as though my FCO had some important information to give me.  If you could let me know as soon as possible when I can contact my ship again, please.

FCO Lorehani says:
Tactical: Fire again...until we get their attention...bring down their shields if you must.

Valleck says:
@CO: Of course, my comm officer is working on the problem as we speak

FCO Lorehani says:
OPS: Have you found the source of our intruder...or bug who is downloading our systems?

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Are we heading somewhere in particular?

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: Shields on the Valtran are not damaged by the Vesuvius weapons

CSO Lane says:
@*CO*: Sam, I really need you to see this. Can you come to the hatchery? Sam?

Valleck says:
@CO: Not really Captain, thought you might like to have a look at my ship

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Needs to get the Capt's attention ::   FCO Mason: Lets do like in training...skim the ship...make it move...

Host CO Kelson says:
@Valleck: Could I trouble you to let me contact my CSO?

Host Tycex says:
ACTION: Another nodule splits while the Vesuvius fires yet another shot at the Valtran...this time the ship is rocked slightly...

Host Tycex says:
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